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Clodil is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Clodil safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Clodil for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Clodil safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Clodil for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Clodil on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Clodil on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Clodil on the Liver?
Information about safety of Clodil for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Clodil on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Clodil on the heart, information on safety of Clodil for the heart is unavailable.
Clodil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clodil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clodil habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Clodil.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Clodil. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Clodil should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clodil is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clodil
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Clodil, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clodil
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clodil with alcohol.
Yes, Clodil covers all anaerobes. It effectively inhibits most of the anaerobic bacteria at therapeutic doses. An antibiotic sensitivity test is always recommended to confirm its susceptibility.
Yes, Clodil might cause aplastic anemia which is a type of anemia in which the body is not able to make new red blood cells. Clodil induces aplastic anemia by suppressing the red bone marrow which produces new red blood cells. However, it is reversible and the red blood cells production by red bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.
Take Clodil as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Clodil can cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this pain does not subside then discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Clodil is an antibiotic. It contains chloramphenicol which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as amphenicols. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of parrot fever, rickettsial infection, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, and also sometimes in the management of typhoid fever.
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